Editor's note: The crime news reported by the Southwest Chicago Post---taken directly from Chicago Police Department incident reports---is not by any means an exhaustive catalogue of all crime reported in the Chicago Lawn (8th) District. For example, it typically does not include news of crimes committed in the eastern sectors of the district---because the Southwest Chicago Post's coverage area is primarily the neighborhoods that border Midway Airport and secondarily because including the relatively large volume of crime news from elsewhere in the district would be a logistical challenge. We make this note to offer a little helpful perspective and remind everyone that while crime is definitely a concern in all parts of the district (as it always has been), crime remains relatively low overall in the western section of the district. May all of us work together diligently to keep it that way. May all of us also remember that a person charged with a crime is presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
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Convicted felon charged with domestic battery
A 33-year-old Garfield Ridge man was charged with multiple counts of domestic battery after he was arrested at his home in the 6600 block of West 59th Street at 9:53 p.m. Monday, Nov. 4.
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| Ferrara |
Samuel Ferrara allegedly pushed two women—ages 37 and 56—during a quarrel. A charge of criminal damage to property was added after he allegedly damaged a door at the home, a CPD spokesman said.
Ferrara made headlines in 2015 when he was convicted on multiple counts of burglary and robbery: https://www.nbcchicago.com/news/local/300k-bond-for-man-charged-with-southwest-side-armed-robberies/1998867/.
He was sentenced to 21 years in prison but was released on parole in January 2024. After his Nov. 4 arrest, he was sent back to prison. His next projected parole date is Dec. 31, 2026, according to the Illinois Department of Corrections.
Arrested again on a weapons rap
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| Linares |
A 23-year-old Scottsdale man was charged with unlawful use of a weapon by a convicted felon after he was arrested in front of 6330 S. Major at 5:36 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 30.
Rodolfo Linares, of the 8000 block of South Kolin, was found to be in possession of a handgun with a laser sight, a CPD spokesman said. A charge of aggravated battery of a police officer was added after Linares allegedly struggled with the person detaining him.
According to public records, Linares has been arrested six times by CPD since 2020, mostly on weapons-related charges.
Bust man on Cicero with gun, drug charges
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A 41-year-old man from suburban River Forest was charged with aggravated unlawful use of a weapon after he was arrested outside at 4400 S. Cicero at 6:57 a.m. Friday, Nov. 1.
Keith Kevin Wade reportedly was in possession of a rifle and a loaded handgun, a CPD spokesman said, adding that Wade has a FOID card but not a CCL.
A charge of possession of a controlled substance was added after police found a clear plastic bag containing a small amount of suspect cocaine, the spokesman added. Finally, Wade was charged with driving a vehicle with no valid registration.
Allegedly damaged TV screen
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| Jura |
A 25-year-old Garfield Ridge man was charged with criminal damage to property after he was arrested at his home in the 5300 block of South Merrimac at 3:15 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 5.
Anthony J. Jura allegedly used a shoe to damage a TV screen belonging to a 44-year-old woman, police responding to a “domestic disturbance” call said.
According to public records, Jura was arrested by CPD in July 2023 near 63rd and Loomis and charged with driving under the influence of drugs, as well as six counts of aggravated battery to a police officer.
Say man stole from JC Penney
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A 23-year-old man was charged retail theft after he was arrested at Ford City at 4:42 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 30.
Luis Javier Velasquez-Cedeno allegedly stole three t-shirts and a pair of sweatpants from a store in the mall. A CPD spokesman declined to name the store, but a source in the mall identified it as JC Penney.
A charge of battery was added after Velasquez-Cedeno allegedly struggled with a security guard, causing a cut on the 30-year-old guard’s hand.
Charge convicted felon with theft
A 41-year-old Aurora man was charged with theft after he was arrested at Kerry’s Auto Body, 5435 W. 63rd St., at 3:25 p.m. Friday, Nov. 1.
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| Jasso |
Edgar Jasso allegedly stole a vehicle diagnostic scanning tool—worth about $1,000—back on Oct. 19, a CPD spokesman said without further comment.
According to public records, Jasso has been arrested three times since 2019 on such charges as driving on a revoked license and failure to report to authorities as a convicted gun offender.
Jasso made headlines in 2013 in connection with a “shots fired” and barricade incident near 48th and Kedzie.
Charged with shoving man
A 41-year-old Scottsdale woman was charged with domestic battery after she was arrested at her home in the 4100 block of West Crestline at 9 p.m. Friday, Nov. 1.
Maria Perez was apprehended by officers responding to a request for a well-being check. Perez allegedly shoved a 54-year-old man during an argument.
Two counts of resisting arrest were added after he was taken into custody.
Traffic stop leads to gun charge
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A 25-year-old Gurnee man was charged with aggravated unlawful use of a weapon after he was arrested during a traffic stop in the alley behind 4922 S. Cicero at 5:56 a.m. Friday, Nov. 1.
Michael A. Reid-Toro was reportedly in possession of a loaded handgun, a CPD spokesman said while noting that Reid-Toro has a valid FOID card but not a CCL.
He also was cited for driving a vehicle with expired plates.
Say man would not leave MDW
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A 41-year-old man from Decatur, Ill. Was charged with criminal trespass to state land after he was arrested at Midway International Airport at 12:05 a.m. Friday, Nov. 1.
Martieze Robinson was not a ticketed passenger and allegedly refused to leave the terminal when told to do so, police said.
He also was wanted on a warrant, although the spokesman declined to say what Robinson was wanted for or which jurisdiction issued the warrant.
Claim man trespassed in Garfield Ridge home
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An 18-year-old Central Stickney man was charged with criminal trespass to a residence after he was arrested in an alley in the 5600 block of South Massasoit at 4:18 a.m. Sunday, Oct. 13.
Jacob Silva, of the 4800 block of South Lockwood, allegedly was discovered inside a home in the same block where he was arrested.
Police said Silva was found by the homeowner, a 60-year-old man, and that he initially refused to leave when ordered to do so. When he did, the homeowner called 911, and police made the arrest in an alley, a CPD spokesman said.
Say woman wouldn’t leave McD’s
A 52-year-old Garfield Ridge woman was charged with criminal trespass to land after she was arrested at the McDonald’s at 6720 W. Archer at 11:45 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 15. Lisa Covoto, of the 5200 block of South Central, allegedly refused to leave the restaurant when ordered to do so by a manager.
Charged with domestic battery
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| Pico |
A 41-year-old man from suburban Bolingbrook was charged with domestic battery after he was arrested in the 5900 block of South Rutherford at 4:56 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 26.
Brian I. Pico allegedly struck a 41-year-old woman during an argument, a CPD spokesman said without elaborating.
Allegedly grabbed, pushed woman
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A 34-year-old Garfield Ridge man was charged with domestic battery after he was arrested in the 5800 block of South Sayre at 12:02 a.m. Sunday, Oct. 27.
Hector Daniel Canchola-Navarro allegedly grabbed a 32-year-old woman by the neck and threw her down during an argument, according to police.
Arrest man on warrant rap
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| Gutierrez |
A 27-year-old Clearing man was arrested during a traffic stop near his home in the 6200 block of West 63rd Street at 7 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 27.
Armando F. Gutierrez was wanted on a warrant, a CPD spokesman said, declining to disclose what Gutierrez was wanted for. He also was cited for running a stop sign and driving on a suspended license.
According to public records, Gutierrez was arrested at his home back in March and charged with domestic battery. In 2019-20, he was arrested twice: once charged with battery and once charged with two counts of possession of a controlled substance.
Claim man, woman victimized boy
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| Gil Hernandez |
A 42-year-old Chicago Lawn man was charged with sexual exploitation of a child, indecent solicitation and possession of cocaine after he was arrested at the Skylark Motel, 5435 S. Archer, at 6:58 p.m. Friday, Oct. 4.
Oscar Gil Hernandez, of the 3400 block of West 59th Place, was accused of offering drugs to a 12-year-old boy, a CPD spokesman said without elaborating.
Charged with the same crimes—but also with “attempted sex relations within families”—was 43-year-old Fatima Solorio, of the 3700 block of West 60th Street. Similarly, a CPD spokesman declined to elaborate.
Say woman carried heroin
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| Orlando |
A 28-year-old woman from the Central Illinois town of Le Roy was charged with possession of a controlled substance after she was arrested at the Shell station at 4900 S. Cicero at 10:42 p.m. Monday, Oct. 7.
Gabrielle Orlando allegedly was found to be in possession of a small amount of heroin. She also was cited for driving without a license and parking in a handicapped parking spot at the gas station.
Vittum Park traffic stop leads to drug charges
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A 39-year-old West Ridge man was charged with two counts of possession of a controlled substance after he was arrested during a traffic stop at 5000 S. La Crosse at 5:46 a.m. Friday, Oct. 18.
Yahiya Ahmed, of the 6400 block of North Claremont, reportedly was found carrying small quantities of heroin and crystal meth, police said. He also was cited for running a stop sign and driving with his vehicle’s brights on.
According to public records, Ahmed in 2015 (then known as Syed Faizuddin) was arrested at his home and charged with possession of large amounts of cocaine and heroin.
Charge man with burglary
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A 43-year-old man from suburban Calumet Park was charged with burglary after he was arrested in the 4500 block of South Lavergne at 2:36 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 23.
Antoine L. Nash was identified as the man spotted on a home surveillance camera breaking into a home on the block where he was arrested, police said.
According to public records, Nash has been arrested four times by CPD since 2014 on charges that included driving on a suspended license, drinking alcohol on the public way, possession of a controlled substance and criminal trespass to a vehicle.
